Fred Admits Manchester United Talks

Shakhtar Donetsk and Brazil midfielder Fred has admitted that he is in talks over a move to Manchester United. The player is currently preparing for the World Cup with the Brazilian national team.

Brazil play a friendly against Croatia at Anfield next weekend and the team will fly into London to continue preparations, where Fred is expected to complete the formalities over a move to United, after Manchester City pulled out of a deal.

“Talks have been at an advanced stage since January, if I am not mistaken,&quot; he said. &quot;There was a possible transfer to City. Shortly after, both clubs, City and United talked with Shakhtar and with my agents about a possible transfer.

&quot;And if I am not mistaken, there was news of a strong bid by United. But I am focused solely on the World Cup. My agents are taking care of this, led by Gilberto Silva. He&#39;s a very calm guy, one that I give all the freedom [to decide], as he is someone I deeply trust.&quot;

Fred is considered the long term replacement for Michael Carrick, who retires this summer. Guardiola had considered Fred a long term successor to Fernandinho, but has instead turned his attentions to Napoli midfielder Jorginho.

“It&#39;s an honour to be on the radar of great European coaches,&quot; added Fred. They are two great coaches from Manchester, as well as our national head coach. But I believe I have a versatility on the pitch and I&#39;m a multi-skilled player, being able to play in both midfield positions.

&quot;I believe that some coaches need that with their teams. I think that this grabs the attention of some coaches and I think it is an important point for me.&quot;